Have you had experience Firing people?
Why this question is being asked: If this is a function of the role, the interviewer wants to know if you have the stomach for it.
Strategy: If the answer is yes, Provide insight into your process for undertaking that action.
Sample answer: I have. It is never an easy process but in order for an organization to run efficiently, it has to be done sometimes. I am upfront with an employee when it is time as I don’t want the person to feel uncertainty or allow for the possibility of rumors spreading as to the person’s job status. It is important to provide feedback as to how he/she can improve in the future as well as provide resources so that he/she has a softer landing, such as outplacement services and a few weeks of severance pay.
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